op,,,,,,,,,,,don"t do this!
Is there really much you can do to change a balance point?
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op,,,,,,,,,,,don"t do this!
Definitely won't lol...
Going to get some lead tape tomorrow and tinker around with it.
Hell of a lot cheaper and less time consuming than getting a whole new cue made if it works out lol
Adding half an ounce of weight in the shaft down that radial-tapped hole would be cake for a local repair person.
Here ya go b/c peeps make things complicated.
Extend the hole of the shaft's threads and re-tap.
Drop a radial weight bolt there.
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Just so I have this straight. You are suggesting that he inlay a few points in the shaft? Assuming the shaft weighs 4 oz and that ebony weighs 40% more than maple, I think you would have to swap out the first 6-7 inches of maple to get the extra half oz he wants.
I think one of these shafts would do the trick...:grin:
http://forums.azbilliards.com/showthread.php?t=242982
I'll concur that adding weight to the shaft is the easiest. Powdered tungsten or lead(which I've done before). I also agree that using some tape to determine how much weight is an excellent idea.
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It seems like Earl the Pearl is influencing weighting philosophy in cues. If he can wrap his arms, legs, behind or what ever I don't see way you couldn't wrap your cue.
It seems like Earl the Pearl is influencing weighting philosophy in cues. If he can wrap his arms, legs, behind or what ever I don't see way you couldn't wrap your cue.
I have added weight above the joint hole in the shaft by incerting a brass insert which had lead melted inside. Epoxid the whole thing in place.
Could be done behind the joint pin as well with epoxy to keep it in place.
I added some time a go (EDIT: up here-use search) pics of a Meucci which had small weightbolts installed arround the handle-under the linen grip. Looked stranged and had bondo on top of the pins/bolts. Never tried it my self and would never do but the owner of the cue did not notice it so ....
K
Could be done behind the joint pin as well with epoxy to keep it in place.
I added some time a go (EDIT: up here-use search) pics of a Meucci which had small weightbolts installed arround the handle-under the linen grip. Looked stranged and had bondo on top of the pins/bolts. Never tried it my self and would never do but the owner of the cue did not notice it so ....
K
Hi,
On cues I build that are light at finish size I routinely install and epoxy a weight bolt behind my joint pin.
You could remove the pin, install a epoxied weight bolt, then epoxy in an insert. After cure just install your pin into the new faced insert / joint.
Rick
On cues I build that are light at finish size I routinely install and epoxy a weight bolt behind my joint pin.
You could remove the pin, install a epoxied weight bolt, then epoxy in an insert. After cure just install your pin into the new faced insert / joint.
Rick
balance point
I specialize in forward weighted cues. I drill and tap the shaft and install a threaded rod of what weight I need then install a threaded insert for the pin. If it is 3/8 10 then I just drill a deeper hole and install a 3/8 10 rod in the shaft. I know this is a late addition but I'm new to AZ.
I specialize in forward weighted cues. I drill and tap the shaft and install a threaded rod of what weight I need then install a threaded insert for the pin. If it is 3/8 10 then I just drill a deeper hole and install a 3/8 10 rod in the shaft. I know this is a late addition but I'm new to AZ.
more techniques
More info on my techniques for moving the balance point. The simple one is adding weight to the shaft by installing a threaded rod. If you use a threaded insert, then bore a deeper hole and install a 7/16 set screw of the weight you want. Becareful, when I first tried this I put too much glue and tighten the screw too much and blow it out the side. And if you tighten it too much you can warp the shaft. I have installed them before the final passes on the profile. Pushing the limit is fun, I've made a 11 oz. shaft with a tungsten rod.
Also weighting the forearm the same is also done. Sometimes I just install a longer pin. You can use your imagination and dream up some other techniques.
More info on my techniques for moving the balance point. The simple one is adding weight to the shaft by installing a threaded rod. If you use a threaded insert, then bore a deeper hole and install a 7/16 set screw of the weight you want. Becareful, when I first tried this I put too much glue and tighten the screw too much and blow it out the side. And if you tighten it too much you can warp the shaft. I have installed them before the final passes on the profile. Pushing the limit is fun, I've made a 11 oz. shaft with a tungsten rod.
Also weighting the forearm the same is also done. Sometimes I just install a longer pin. You can use your imagination and dream up some other techniques.
my cue
Oh yeah, I play with a balance point 22.5", and I always thought the balance point should be measured from the tip. When you address the cueball you want a balance from that point. If you were using a longer cue with the same balance from the butt then it would be further back from your normal point at address.
Yes I'm nut. I'm also reinventing the rack. and a traveling rack. Simple to make, just hinge two pieces of wood. Thing about it, it works well since it pinches the balls together.
Oh yeah, I play with a balance point 22.5", and I always thought the balance point should be measured from the tip. When you address the cueball you want a balance from that point. If you were using a longer cue with the same balance from the butt then it would be further back from your normal point at address.
Yes I'm nut. I'm also reinventing the rack. and a traveling rack. Simple to make, just hinge two pieces of wood. Thing about it, it works well since it pinches the balls together.